Zesty Beef 'n' Bean Wedges

30 Minute, Beef

Total Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy Servings: 4 Source:

Ingredients

1 lb. ground round

1 can chili hot beans 15 to 16 ounces, drained

1 cup Southwestern-flavored cornbread stuffing mix

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/8 teaspoon pepper

4 ounces jalepeño pepper cheese shredded (1 cup)

1/4 cup sliced green onions

Directions

Heat oven to 375°F. Combine ground beef, beans, stuffing mix, lime juice and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.

Spread mixture evenly in 12-inch pizza pan.

Bake in 375°F oven 15 minutes to medium (160°F) doneness, until beef is not pink in center and juices show no pink color.

Sprinkle with cheese, continue baking 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with green onions; cut into 8 wedges. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

Alma Carey, Florida

Cook's Tip: For milder flavor, substitute mild or medium-hot chili beans for chili hot beans. Recipe may be prepared in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Cut into 8 rectangles to serve.